How the Wrong Mattress Can Compromise Your HealthPosted by HaikuDesigns on June 22nd, 2017 Nailing the Right Mattress for You Acquiring the best mattress for your needs can be a bit of a daunting journey since it requires at least some degree of research. That research begins by comparing the different types of mattresses available today. Here are the choices: There’s the convention innerspring bed that most people are familiar with.
Consider Your Options Carefully Three types of latex foam exist in today’s market: 1) Natural latex, 2) Blended latex, and 3) 100% synthetic latex. Natural latex foam is made from Hevea milk that comes from the sap of a rubber tree. Where brand-name companies are concerned, it's unusual to find beds produced from nothing but natural latex because it’s a bit costly. However, a pure latex mattress is worth the money. Its level of durability is so impressive that the average bed--as long as it’s not abused--will last fifteen years or longer. Big box companies never use more than one or two inches of natural latex on the top of the mattress, which allows them to misrepresent the product as “natural”. The fact is, these type of beds consist of more synthetic materials than natural, so look out for those companies that fail to mention the percentages of their products’ constituents, such as latex or other natural materials. Always Check Under the Bed Other things to consider are prices, comfort, firmness, durability, negative or positive reviews, and most importantly the orthopedic element and how well a mattress supports the natural curvature of the spinal column. Another big health concern is whether a bed will off-gas dangerous chemicals. As an example, despite the orthopedic value of memory foam and its other health benefits, memory foam is manufactured using several toxic, synthetic ingredients that cause all sorts of unpleasant physical reactions, as well as negative psychological reactions in certain people. So, be wise and wary when purchasing a mattress and consider the merits of supporting local companies and especially those that promote sustainability with eco-friendly practices. About the Author : This article was written by Mark Klosterman who worked at Haiku Designs.Since its inception, Haiku Designs has provided the finest collections of modern furniture for home and offices. It offers all kinds of bedroom, living room, dining room, office furniture items and more. Apart from this, Haiku Designs also offers natural bedding, floor covering and other accessories. Like it? Share it!More by this author |